Comic Book Superhero: Elina Garina

Elina Garina is a 13-year-old artist who volunteered her artistic talents to illustrate a comic book in support of kids affected by Cancer.  The comic book was started by the people behind the Superheroes Against Cancer social media support group and it has since been...

Neepawa’s Bingo Queen: Val Wilson

Val Wilson is a bingo-loving Neepawa resident with a big heart. Since the pandemic stopped the local fundraising bingo show from selling cards in businesses around town, Val has been hand delivering cards to all the players! Every Sunday, Val and her dogs walk around...

1 Just Hero: Corinne Coutts

Corinne Coutts has teamed up with Vivacity Fitness to collect feminine hygiene products and monetary donations for 1Just City, an organization that provides meals, programs and shelter to those experiencing homelessness.  People experiencing homelessness face many...

Métis Youth Advocate: Justin Langan

Justin is a Metis Youth Advocate from Swan River, MB who is currently running for a Vice President position in the University of Manitoba’s student union. He is passionate about mental health, especially for those who have lived in rural areas, and students who find...

Candle Queen: Riley Chervinski

During the month of January, Riley Chervinski started experimenting with making soy/beeswax candles in various shapes and colours. She posted a photo to her instagram of some female torso-shaped candles, and received a surprising amount of interest from people who...